Should We Care About AI"s Emergent Abilities?
Here's how large language models — or LLMs — actually work. .....»»
Opinion: Education is the responsibility of the state—care of young children should be too
Parents face eye-watering costs for childcare in the UK. A part-time nursery place for a child under two sets parents in Britain back, on average, £7,134 a year......»»
A change in rigidity switches the function of protein condensates involved in sensing touch
Touch plays a fundamental role in our physical, emotional, and social well-being. From a primary way of conveying emotions to sensory integration, it is crucial for the complex growth of cognitive, emotional, social, and behavioral abilities especial.....»»
Microsoft"s new AI assistant can go to meetings for you
The ChatGPT-style tech can write emails, create Powerpoints, and take care of other "drudgery"......»»
Marine mammal longevity study reveals remarkable advances in animal welfare
A new study provides compelling evidence that animal care and management practices at zoos and aquariums have significantly improved over time. The study, led by Species360 and University of Southern Denmark Research Scientist Dr. Morgane Tidière in.....»»
Should LA care about salt in New Orleans" tap water? Yes. Here"s why
Los Angeles residents would be wise to keep an eye on New Orleans, where saltwater from the Gulf of Mexico is creeping up the Mississippi River and threatening the drinking water supply. Officials are tracking the daily movements of the saline wedge,.....»»
Senators draft policy aimed at deep fakes of Drake, Tom Hanks and noncelebrities
Late last month, Tom Hanks warned fans that a video in which he appeared to shill for dental care was in fact an AI-generated fake......»»
Size matters: How body size shapes dogs" aging patterns
Smaller dogs may live twice as long life as their larger counterparts. But does this size difference also impact how dogs age in terms of behavior and cognitive abilities? Based on the data of 15,000 dogs, researchers from ELTE Eötvös Loránd Unive.....»»
Equine feeding methods: Study examines effects on health, well-being
A new study sheds light on how to better care for horses by evaluating the effects different feeding methods have on equine health and well-being, with the results published in the Journal of Equine Veterinary Science......»»
Comprehensive pan-genome analysis of lactic acid bacteria unveils new avenues for food industry and health care
A team of international researchers has published the first comprehensive comparative pan-genome analysis of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), a family of microorganisms essential to natural ecosystems and the food industry. Published in Food Microbiology,.....»»
Tesla engineer defends "Full Self-Driving" name at crash trial
A Tesla engineer in court on Wednesday rejected a lawyer's suggestion that the company named its driver-assistant feature "Full Self-Driving" because it wanted people to believe that its systems had more abilities than was really the case......»»
Teachers can nurture students who care about the world: Four approaches that would help them
Teachers wear many hats. They are expected to be subject matter experts, leaders, administrators, managers, lifelong learners—and not just in the classroom, but in their wider communities......»»
I used the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. Here’s why you should care about them
I got a chance to use the new Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. I'm impressed with them so far, and you should really pay attention to them. Here's why......»»
Learning is easier with a positive attitude, finds meta-study
Students who think positively about their own abilities and their subject are more likely to achieve the goals they have set for themselves. Conversely, a lack of confidence in one's own abilities can lead to goals being missed. This is shown by a me.....»»
Probiotic bacterium kills preterm infant; FDA blasts supplement maker
Genomic sequencing matched baby's fatal sepsis case to bacteria in Evivo with MCT Oil. Enlarge / A premature baby in the neonatal intensive care unit at University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa on Au.....»»
Research team creates wearable sensor to monitor "last line of defense" antibiotic
Since the discovery of penicillin in 1928, bacteria have evolved numerous ways to evade or outright ignore the effects of antibiotics. Thankfully, health care providers have an arsenal of infrequently used antibiotics that are still effective against.....»»
Queer leaders: LGBTQI+ people still overwhelmingly absent from corporate boards
Most companies like to show that they care about queer people. Following gains in rights and legal recognition over the last decades, it is now a commonly established ritual to display a rainbow logo during Pride Month. Big corporations such as North.....»»
Social work research explores the effects of "enduring relationships" for older youth in foster care
Historically, if youth in foster care didn't have a biological or adoptive parent to turn to at age 18, they were released from the child welfare system, often with few resources and even less support. But in 2008, a federal law was passed that gave.....»»
Amazon wants to charge a subscription fee for Alexa eventually
Amazon recently locked some of Alexa's Guard security features behind a paywall. Enlarge / Dave Limp discussing Amazon's coversational AI abilities at Amazon's devices event last week. (credit: Eric Lee for the Washington Post/G.....»»
Successful optical biosensing using dual optical combs: High sensitivity and rapid detection of biomolecules
Bio-sensors are biomolecular sensors that leverage or mimic the sophisticated molecular recognition capabilities of living organisms. They find widespread applications in fields such as health care, food, and the environment......»»
The best P Organ abilities in Lies of P
You need to invest in your P Organ to get through the toughest challenges in Lies of P. Quartz don't come easily, so here are the best skills you should get......»»